The Agricola Campidanese PO, which cultivates a consistent 250 hectares of artichokes annually, began supplying the first volumes to the Italian market last week. Salvatore Lotta, the commercial director of the Sardinian PO, expressed confidence in the start of the new campaign: "We..." read more

The Bacon avocado harvest in southern Spain has halted due to low demand caused by pressure from third countries. The Hass campaign is set to begin in approximately two weeks. "We began harvesting Bacon avocados about 20 days ago, but due to strong demand and sales,..." read more

In 2026, Corporación Palmar will celebrate its 50th anniversary since its establishment, solidifying its position as a family-owned business with a wealth of experience in the production and export of bananas from the El Oro province in Ecuador. The company commenced its operations in 1976 and ventured into exporting two decades later, in 1996. read more

Invest International, the Dutch development finance institution, has provided a loan of €15 million (US$16.2 million) to Namibia Berries to aid in the expansion of its blueberry farm located along the Kavango River in north-eastern Namibia. Namibia Berries successfully exported its initial harvest last year. read more

At Johan Adolf Pengel International Airport in Suriname, travelers can stock up on fresh fruit and vegetables at Uw Fruittuintje just before departure. "It's often the last thing people buy before flying back to the Netherlands," explains owner Wikash Algoe. "A bag of yardlong beans for grandma." read more

Mr. Pravin Changdevrao Wankhade of fresh produce exporter Universe Exports mentioned that India has a strong availability of onions in key growing regions such as Nashik, Ahmednagar, Pune, Jalgaon in Maharashtra, as well as Madhya Pradesh, Gujarat, and Karnataka. According to him, there is consistent harvesting and smooth supply of onions in these regions. read more

In Tsuruta Town, Aomori Prefecture, growers are creating eiri ringo, or designer apples, by wrapping unripe fruit in clear sheets printed with words and patterns. As the apples ripen and turn red, the covered areas remain pale, revealing intricate designs and messages on the skin. This creative practice combines agriculture with artistry, resulting in unique and visually stunning fruits. read more

Valencia oranges imported from Egypt and South Africa had a tough season in India this year, according to Shakeel Ahmed of Mahira International. "The number of imports increased significantly, with nearly 500 to 600 extra containers arriving compared to the previous year. However, the fruit did not sell as expected. read more

As Moldova nears the end of its late table grape harvest, growers are grappling with the lingering effects of prolonged autumn rains, which have pushed a significant portion of the crop toward winemaking rather than fresh sales. In several regions, up to 50% of the "Moldova" grape crop has been affected. read more

The lychee harvest in Madagascar is showing much more promise this year, after experiencing a 60% decrease in production in 2024 due to the impacts of climate change. Forecasts indicate that volumes will increase in most production areas, potentially leading to a decrease in the purchase price at collection stations. read more

Morocco has increased its presence in the Canadian citrus market during the 2024/25 marketing year, doubling grapefruit exports and achieving a new record volume, as reported by EastFruit. From November 2024 to August 2025, Morocco exported 1,500 metric tons of grapefruit to Canada, valued at read more

Great growing conditions and minimal setbacks have led to abundant harvests and an excess supply of many (but not all) vegetables. Retailers are constantly offering promotions, but it's a tough competition, according to a fresh produce manager at a store. "We need to sell 100% of our produce to match last year's sales. read more

Mexico is the main provider of mangos to the United States. The main mango season in the country has come to an end, with a historic record of 95.6 million boxes of mangos exported to the U.S. market this year. Currently, only smaller quantities of irradiated fruit are left from Mexico. read more

When the first containers of Indoor Vertical.Farm's pilot system arrived in Bridgetown earlier this year, it marked the beginning of a new phase for controlled environment agriculture in the Caribbean. The project, done in partnership with the Government of Barbados, introduces a fully off-grid system. read more

The 2025 cherry season in Argentina began with record prices in both the country's wholesale and retail markets. Limited supply and high demand from affluent consumers drove prices to unprecedented levels, as reported by the Central Market of Buenos Aires (MCBA). Harvesting commenced last week. read more

At Agbiz's Media Information Day on October 23, 2025, held in the Western Cape, Wolfe Braude, the Agbiz Fruit Desk Manager, emphasized South Africa's fruit export performance and trade diversification. Braude mentioned that 36% of fruit exports are destined for the European Union, 17% for Asia, 15% for the Middle read more

Vegetables NZ recently met with government representatives in Wellington to advocate for a bipartisan approach to commercial vegetable production. The organization also participated in Business NZ's 25th anniversary event at Parliament, during which the Prime Minister reiterated the government's commitment to "fixing the" read more

The walnut harvest is about to end in Greece, with better results than last season, according to Mr. Yannis Karkanis, president of the Walnut Agricultural Cooperative Gaia Domokou from Central Greece. According to him, "The end of the harvest is just a matter of days. This is thanks to the more favorable weather conditions." read more

The cherry production season in the Coquimbo Region has begun with a positive outlook, making this fruit an important option for diversifying local agricultural exports. Due to the region's favorable climate, the harvest starts earlier than in other regions, allowing early fruits to reach international markets. read more

Growers in Namibia and along South Africa's Orange River are entering the final stages of preparation for the 2025/2026 table grape season, with consistent weather and balanced vineyard growth reported across both regions. In Namibia, the Namibia Grape Company is making preparations in the Aussenkehr area. read more